_"It's too easy to get caught up in the mechanics of things and doing what we think we should do, that too often, we forget to listen to the voice of our own muse. We try pushing it out the door when it's trying to climb out the window. This only pisses them off and then they become silent, trust me... there is nothing worse than your muse giving you the silent treatment. We need to slow down and listen, follow them outside our comfort zones, it is only there, that we can truly grow and find our own unique artistic voice." (From Nyla's Don't Piss Off Your Muse workshop)